Stowford (EX10), Devon Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Stowford (EX10), Devon.
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About Stowford (EX10)
Stowford is a quaint village and civil parish located in the West Devon district, nestled to the west of Dartmoor National Park. Approximately 1 mile from Lewdown and 11 miles south-west of Okehampton, it offers a picturesque rural setting, which includes the small hamlet of Sprytown. This idyllic location may be of interest for those researching planning applications in a tranquil Devonshire environment.
Population: 294 (2021)
District: West Devon
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Area Information
- Admin district: East Devon
- Parliamentary constituency: Honiton and Sidmouth
- LSOA: East Devon 012C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Stowford (EX10).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Stowford (EX10).
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Stowford (EX10) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Stowford (EX10).
- - 2 Stowford Court Stowford Sidmouth EX10 0NA
Conversion of stable block and adjoining shed to provide ancillary accommodation and associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: East Devon | Date: 2026-02-18
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A brief summary of Stowford (EX10) in Devon
Stowford is a quaint village and civil parish located in the West Devon district, nestled to the west of Dartmoor National Park. Approximately 1 mile from Lewdown and 11 miles south-west of Okehampton, it offers a picturesque rural setting, which includes the small hamlet of Sprytown. This idyllic location may be of interest for those researching planning applications in a tranquil Devonshire environment. The settlement has a population of approximately 294 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Devon district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Stowford (EX10) a particularly low-crime area.
Stowford (EX10) has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Sidmouth Bickwell Valley, Sidmouth Elysian Fields. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Stowford (EX10) includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): East Devon. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stowford (EX10) planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
Planning Activity in Stowford (EX10)
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Stowford (EX10). Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Stowford (EX10).
At 58 days on average, decisions near Stowford (EX10) slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Stowford (EX10) were full planning applications (3), tree works (3), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
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